GMC Yukon Hybrid Revealed

GMC launched its upcoming 2008 Yukon Hybrid at the LA Auto Show. The 2008 GMC Yukon hybrid has a Vortec V8 engine (developed in partnership with DaimlerChrysler and BMW) gives the big SUV 25 percent better fuel economy than its standard version. The SUV hybrid features a two-mode system combining cylinder deactivation and hybrid technology allowing the Yukon Hybrid to adapt to city driving or highway driving. The 2008 GMC Yukon Hybrid will be in dealerships at the end of 2007. Guess GMC couldn’t stand to stay out of the SUV Hybrid race. GM will also be launching the Chevrolet Taho Hybrid in 2007.

“The 2-mode hybrid system has the flexibility to improve fuel efficiency across a range of vehicles,” Stephens said. “For example, in 2003, we introduced the 2-mode hybrid system for transit buses. In 2007, the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon 2-mode full-size SUVs will debut, followed by the Vue Green Line 2-mode in 2008.”
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Designer1 - 11/30/2006 4:12:44 PM

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Hybrid techonology is good only in small cars, when the car is getting larger like an SUV or a lexury sedan they get too expensive and aren't worthy really for what they return.

jeffy210 - 11/30/2006 4:16:53 PM

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Designer, can you please show me what evidence you have to back this up. I've always been interested in the use of hybrids in larger autos.

It also seems that GM is already using it in their buses which are even bigger, so there must be some benefit.

Homer008 - 11/30/2006 7:24:02 PM

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I remember an article about a Volvo working on a hybrid semitruck or something also.

Mark - 12/1/2006 6:59:44 AM

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Because the previous attempt at a Hybrid truck turned out to be a disaster.

And most people that buy a big truck or SUV don't necessarily care about getting 30mpg. It would be nice, but it's just an understanding, you buy a truck and you get average to sub-par mpg.

Plus if your worried about mpg then just get a diesel. It's a better option than a hybrid in a truck.

S4cabriofoxone - 11/30/2006 4:48:16 PM

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Interesting bodykit.

Otherwise, GM is just being a follower.

EL34 - 11/30/2006 5:29:18 PM

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What are they following?

S4cabriofoxone - 11/30/2006 8:17:58 PM

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Uhh, the RX400h isn't a luxury hybrid SUV?

blueice4589 - 11/30/2006 8:20:58 PM

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S4 thats the smartest thing I've heard u say ever. Yes the RX400h is a luxury SUV, a damn good one to add. YEAH!

EL34 - 11/30/2006 8:31:47 PM

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One of these days Hybrids will be as common as air bags and seatbelts andf available on every model from the most expensive to the least.

blueice4589 - 11/30/2006 6:04:04 PM

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All current hybrids are just using Toyota's patents and technology.

paul3230 - 11/30/2006 7:49:37 PM

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And what foundation are you standing on to support your claim? GM developed this version of hybrid technology with DCX and BMW....if anything Nissan is the one that is the follower. Last time I heard, they are buying the powertrain/controllers straight from Toyota for the Altima. Give GM credit where credit is do.

blueice4589 - 11/30/2006 8:19:51 PM

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Is that why General Motors isn't making money and Toyota is? OHHH!!!

eric2097 - 12/1/2006 12:33:15 AM

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I agree, give credit where credit is due. Out of the big 3 GM is really starting to shine as far as future development is going.

nozferatu - 12/1/2006 2:50:27 AM

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What a laugh....and what a waste of effort. Just look at that ugly POS. How much bigger do these piles of crap need to get before people wake up and stop pissing away resources on garbage like this?

You gotta love the propoganda...the windblades and green grass in the background. If my heart wasn't so heavy I'd laugh.

Matthew1 - 12/1/2006 3:03:31 AM

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nozferatu,

Very true. Every word. Except one...

...The grass looks like it is dieing.

nozferatu - 12/1/2006 3:10:23 AM

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Yeah I just noticed that actually...perhaps this shot is taken at a point in the future when we're really F'kd...

AUDIMAN4 - 12/1/2006 4:01:58 AM

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I think this is impressive--finally a way to utilize hybrid technology that actually makes sense. Not using it to increase hp, but to drastically increase fuel efficiency in a vehicle that remains popular.

bubbahotep - 12/1/2006 8:47:59 AM

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DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY TRUE STATS ON WHAT THE MPG IS ON THIS THING !!!!
I get so tired of this "25% better fuel economy crap"

99gs400 - 12/1/2006 1:57:38 PM

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American crap will always be american crap !!!!

bigTYME - 12/3/2006 1:51:33 AM

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You might wanna drive one. I guarantee you the rides smother than your gs400.

paul3230 - 12/3/2006 2:52:42 AM

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I cannot see the purpose of Americans wanting to see American companies fail just for the "heck of it" GM is at least making a valid push for hybrids across the entire product range.